Microsoft Surface Phone: The Fire Has Started Again

However, several new references about the device have been spotted, which could be construed as evidence that the device may be in development after all. Sadly, Microsoft has yet to confirm the device's official release date. This theory stems from the upcoming major update for Windows 10, the "Creators Update", which won't be released until spring as well.

According to BetaNews, the Wake on LAN support can be used through a device like System Center Configuration Manager, and it is available for the Surface 3, Surface Pro 3, Surface Pro 4, and the Surface Book that is matched with any of the previously mentioned accessories.

Recently, it has been discovered that Microsoft may have already pulled out the Surface Pro 3 from all online retailers. The page displays a device with the title tag "win10-feature-surface-pro-5-z". With Microsoft offering discounted prices of the Surface Pro 4 and the removal of the Surface Pro from the Microsoft Store, many are convinced that the device will be arriving soon. Reports indicate that the device wasn't announced during the MWC 2017 because Microsoft doesn't want other devices to steal the spotlight from the hybrid device. The first mention of the much-awaited hybrid comes from a LinkedIn profile of a Microsoft-contracted product designer. These leaks are considered a hint that device is definitely on its way. Nonetheless, we can be sure that Surface Pro 5 will be able to take the market by storm whenever it may be released. The device is expected to sport some very impressive specs, including Intel's latest generation Kaby Lake processor, a new rechargeable Surface Pen, a sleeker design, and an improved battery pack.

The company expects shipments to grow up to 30 percent this year, and Apple itself will also benefit, while the lack of more affordable Surface models could lead to a bigger difference between the two companies. Some are saying that the upcoming flagship of Microsoft has more powerful specs that the iPad Pro 2.